Category: Earthquake Retrofitting

Earthquake (or seismic) retrofitting involves stabilizing your house to help minimize any potential damage in the event of an earthquake.

It is not an all or nothing proposition. There are certain retrofitting basics that relate to most homes. These usually involve doing work in the accessible areas of the basement or crawlspace. More advanced projects often included strengthening the upper levels of your home, areas around openings such as garages or porches, or addressing other structural weaknesses. Basic retrofitting can often be done using standard details that Jim Gardner Construction- Structural Contractor can show you. These projects are often referred to as “voluntary sub structural strengthening “. We also work closely with a local structural engineer to provide low cost structural details so you can avoid costly engineering fees and over-designed projects in more complex retrofits.

Foundation Bolting

Earthquake Retrofitting

Seismic Retrofitting Earthquake Repairs

Seismic Repairs

Sheer walls

Hurricane Ties

L70

Foundation Anchor Plates

Holdowns

HD5 or PHD5A

Strong Walls

Anchor bolts

T- Straps

A35

Epoxy

Post base brackets

Sub-structural Strengthening

Jim Gardner Construction- Structural Contractor can provide you with an expert consultation, and help you make an informed decision about your retrofitting options and their relative costs. Jim Gardner will make sure your home has the best protection available against the potential devastation of the next earthquake, and that you and your family will be safe.

The Homeowner’s Guide to Earthquake Safety contains many internet based resources. Jim Gardner Construction is providing this information to homeowners interested in improving the earthquake safety of their homes. The content provided is intended to provide a quick reference to these web sites and files.http://www.seismic.ca.gov/hog.htm